The decision disappointed thousands of fans who braved the wet conditions for the venue’s farewell race. Organisers confirmed that the MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 races would not take place because visibility was insufficient for the medical helicopter to operate safely.
The MotoGP race had already been delayed as officials waited for conditions to improve, but no suitable window emerged to allow racing to proceed.
Safety concerns force cancellation
Race officials prioritised safety as persistent rain and poor visibility continued to affect the circuit.
The medical helicopter’s ability to operate was a decisive factor in the cancellation, leaving organisers without the necessary conditions to conduct the event safely.
The Moto2 and Moto3 races were also abandoned, meaning none of the three Grand Prix classes completed their scheduled races on Sunday.
Instead, MotoGP riders took part in a farewell lap behind the safety car, giving them an opportunity to thank the spectators who had gathered for the final event at Phillip Island.
Marc Márquez misses chance to extend championship lead
The cancellation also affected the championship battle between Marc Márquez and Jorge Martín.
Márquez had won Saturday’s sprint race, while Martín crashed and suffered a fractured wrist, ruling him out of Sunday’s Grand Prix.
The cancellation meant Márquez could not collect additional points to increase his advantage over his injured rival.
Márquez remained 10 points ahead of Martín in the championship standings, with four scheduled rounds remaining at the time of the cancellation.
Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi occupied third place, 50 points behind Márquez.
Attention now turns to the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang, although Martín’s participation remained uncertain as he began treatment for his injury.
Adelaide to host Australian Grand Prix from 2027
The cancellation brought an unfortunate conclusion to Phillip Island’s association with the MotoGP World Championship, which began in 1997.
From 2027, the Australian Grand Prix is scheduled to move to a street circuit in Adelaide under a six-year agreement.
The relocation follows negotiations over the future of the event, with South Australia securing the race after discussions about its long-term venue.
Phillip Island has been recognised for its scenic coastal setting and challenging layout, making the final cancellation particularly disappointing for riders, teams and fans who had hoped to celebrate its place in motorcycle racing history with one last Grand Prix.
Although the race itself could not go ahead, the farewell lap provided a final opportunity for the MotoGP field to acknowledge the circuit and its supporters.
The focus now shifts to the remaining championship rounds, beginning with Malaysia, as Márquez seeks to protect his advantage in the title race.